How to Unlock the Groot - Holiday Happiness Skin in Marvel Rivals

The Groot - Holiday Happiness skin in Marvel Rivals is the perfect way to bring some festive flair to the battlefield. Released as part of the Season One Winter Celebration on December 18, 2024, this limited-time skin transforms Groot into a rugged, snow-covered guardian, complete with a frosty beard.

Players can purchase the skin individually or in bundles, but it’s only available for a limited time. Here's a guide to unlocking the Groot - Holiday Happiness skin in Marvel Rivals.

How to get Groot - Holiday Happiness skin in Marvel Rivals

There are three main ways to unlock the Groot - Holiday Happiness skin in Marvel Rivals. All options offer unique perks, depending on whether you’re looking for the standalone skin or a bundled deal.

Groot - Holiday Happiness Bundle

Holiday Happiness in Rivals (Image via NetEase Games)

This bundle is perfect for players who want more than just the Groot - Holiday Happiness Skin in Marvel Rivals. Available at 1,600 Units, this package adds plenty of extras to Groot’s winter-ready transformation. However, if you’re just after the skin, pick it up for 1,400 Units as a standalone purchase.

Contents

Groot - Holiday Happiness skin
“Unplanned Stumbles” MVP pose
“Say Cheese” emote
Holiday Happiness nameplate
Winter-themed spray

Description

“Hey Groot! Guess it’s not just me hitching a ride on you this time—it’s all the Guardians.”

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Best Winter Buds Bundle

If you’re a fan of both Groot and Rocket, the Best Winter Buds Bundle is the ultimate winter deal. Priced at 2,300 Units (a hefty discount from the original 4,400 Units), this bundle has everything, including both Groot’s and Rocket’s winter-themed bundles. It’s a great way to snag both skins and their exclusive accessories in one go.

However, the bundle is only available until December 27, 2024, so time is of the essence. With items like Groot’s Holiday Happiness bundle and Rocket’s Wild Hunter bundle packed into one deal, you’re getting a fantastic 47% discount.

Its playful description adds a bit of charm:

“The strong winds on Wundagore Mountain almost blew Rocket off of Groot’s shoulder, but fortunately, he grabbed onto the plushies on Groot’s back. ‘Since when could you grow THAT on your face, Groot?!’”

How to unlock

Open the game on PC via Epic Games Store or Steam, or on your console (PS5/Xbox Series X|S). Ensure you're logged into your account.

From the main menu, navigate to the Store tab.
Choose your purchase from the feature section

Standalone Skin for 1,400 Units.
Holiday Happiness Bundle: Includes extras for 1,600 Units.
Best Winter Buds Bundle: Both Rocket’s and Groot’s bundles for 2,300 Units

Select your preferred option and finalize your purchase.
Open the Customization menu, select Groot, and equip the Holiday Happiness skin. You're ready to spread winter cheer!

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